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Production Laborer - Decatur, IL-March 2024
Decatur
Mar 29, 2026
About Production Laborer - Decatur, IL

  79845BR

  Job Title:

  Production Laborer - Decatur, IL

  Department/Function:

  Operations: Manufacturing, Production, Maintenance, Utilities

  Job Description:

  Production Laborer - Decatur, IL

  Job Type: Full Time, Hourly

  Pay Range: $18.50+ an hour

  Shift(s) Available: The shift schedule includes an 8 - 12 hour shift on a rotational or swing schedule (i.e., seven-day swing and/or rotational). Ability to work any shift, overtime including weekends, holidays, or different shifts with advance notice as needed.

  ADM is a part of the production of 30% of the food supply globally, on average you touch at least 7 items per day made with ADM ingredients. 25% of production for ADM is right here in Decatur, IL. We make ingredients like Corn Oil and Soybean Oil which can be found in chips or salad dressing. Everyone who works here is a big part of feeding the world.

  Learn more about ADM, click the links below;

  https://youtu.be/VeGTVcFFJuo

  https://www.adm.com/en-us/culture-and-careers/

  Why Join?

  Weekly Pay

  Benefits Start First Day

  Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription Drug Insurance

  Health and Wellness Incentives

  Paid Vacation and Holidays

  401K/ESOP, pension with ADM (Archer Daniels Midland) matching contributions

  Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)

  Short & Long-Term Disability

  Company Paid Life Insurance and Voluntary Life Insurance for Employees,’ Spouse and Children

  Parental leave (paternity/maternity)

  Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

  Tuition Reimbursement

  Advancement Opportunities

  Perks at work (discount program with several companies)

  Summary

  This is an entry-level position to ADM which will be in a union workforce. You will gain knowledge of the facility, general department knowledge, and handle tasks through completion while looking for ways to improve the process and personal performance. Production Laborers are expected to perform a variety of jobs, tasks or duties as assigned.

  Essential Job Functions:

  Operating equipment associated with the loadout and unloading process for bulk materials including trucks and/or rail cars, forklifts, bobcat, skid steers, utilizing scales, pumps, conveyor, etc.

  Maintaining a safe and clean work area; this will include housekeeping tasks throughout shifts

  Working in a manufacturing environment to complete various processes including weighing, bagging, packing, unpacking, labeling, and storing products and sanitizing around facility (sweeping, compressed air cleaning)

  Utilize computer systems to input and record data as required regarding safety, sanitation, maintenance, and processing equipment operation

  Maintain, monitor and adjust equipment

  Interact regularly with peers and management to pursue continuous improvement of facility operations and promote a teamwork focused environment

  Communicate with team/shift employees concerning proper operation of equipment, changes in flow rates or processing capabilities safety concerns, product quality issues and maintenance issues

  Understand and adhere to ADM's Safety, Environmental Compliance and Food Quality and goal of achieving a zero-injury culture.

  Other duties as assigned

  Requirements:

  Exhibit regular and prompt attendance and maintain attendance record in accordance with company policy

  Experience in production and/or similar military environment (preferred)

  Must be 18 years or older

  Must be eligible to work in the United States without visa sponsorship

  Ability to understand and effectively communicate in English (verbal/written)

  High School diploma or equivalent

  ADM requires the successful completion of a pre-employment drug screen and a background check.

  Physical Requirements

  Ability to move about or to a work site by ascending/descending stairs, bending, kneeling and prolonged periods of standing and sitting, stooping, bending, kneeling, or squatting frequently Ability to operate equipment or machinery that may be located at different heights; may require work on ladders, scaffolding or other work at heights or in confined spaces

  Ability to lift and transport materials and equipment weighing up to 40 pounds on a frequent basis, up to 55 pounds on an occasional basis and up to 50 pounds overhead

  Requires ability and willingness to wear respirators

  Ability to walk up to two (2) miles during the course of a workday over uneven ground surfaces

  Walking over Railroad tracks

  On-the-Job Training Requirements:

  Complete ADM safety, food safety, quality, and environmental training

  Participate in company planned operations training

  Equipment training may include but not limited to JLG, forklift, Non-DOT truck, reach lift, etc.

  Working Conditions

  Ambient conditions – Work area is, typically, a non-air-conditioned production environment. Hot or cold Temperatures, all seasonal elements, both indoors and outdoors

  Atmosphere: Dust (Peanut - known allergen), cotton, canola seed, and odor

  Must be able to work around noise levels that may reach or exceed 85 decibels and require use of hearing protection for most of the work shift

  Company provided protective clothing required: Uniforms, hardhats, earplugs, safety glasses, hair restraints, steel-toed shoes, gloves, and safety harness may be required based on task performed; employees are required to wear all required PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) (i.e., hard-hats, safety glasses, earplugs, uniforms, and steel-toed boots) in addition to job specific PPE requirements. Employees in roles that require respirators will need to be clean shaven.

  ADM requires the successful completion of a pre-employment drug screen and a background check.​

  REF:79845BR

  City:

  Decatur

  State:

  IL - Illinois

  Ref ID:

  #LI-DNI

  About ADM::

  ADM unlocks the power of nature to enrich the quality of life. We're a premier global human and animal nutrition company, delivering solutions today with an eye to the future. We're blazing new trails in health and well-being as our scientists develop groundbreaking products to support healthier living. We're a cutting-edge innovator leading the way to a new future of plant-based consumer and industrial solutions to replace petroleum-based products. We're an unmatched agricultural supply chain manager and processor, providing food security by connecting local needs with global capabilities. And we're a leader in sustainability, scaling across entire value chains to help decarbonize our industry and safeguard our planet. From the seed of the idea to the outcome of the solution, we give customers an edge in solving the nutritional and sustainability challenges of today and tomorrow. Learn more at www.adm.com.

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  #IncludingYou

  Diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging are cornerstones of ADM’s efforts to continue innovating, driving growth, and delivering outstanding performance. We are committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce and create welcoming, truly inclusive work environments — environments that enable every ADM colleague to feel comfortable on the job, make meaningful contributions to our success, and grow their career. We respect and value the unique backgrounds and experiences that each person can bring to ADM because we know that diversity of perspectives makes us better, together.

  We are committed to ensuring all qualified applicants receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, ethnicity, disability, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, sexual orientation, age, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

  We welcome everyone to apply, especially those individuals who are underrepresented in our industry, as we strive to ensure our workforce represents the world that we help to feed: people of color, women, gender non-conforming, LGBTQIA+, veterans and persons with disabilities. For more information regarding our efforts to advance Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging, please visit our website here: Diversity, Equity and Inclusion | ADM. (https://www.adm.com/en-us/culture-and-careers/diversity-equity-inclusion/)

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